Kenya is set to host the first-ever Intersolar Summit Africa next week, a landmark event that will bring together over 250 participants and more than 50 expert speakers to discuss the rapid expansion of solar energy and energy storage across the continent. This event highlights Africa’s growing significance in the global shift toward renewable energy.
Dr. Florian Wessendorf, Managing Director of Solar Promotion International GmbH, emphasized Africa’s immense potential as one of the world’s most promising solar energy markets. The summit will serve as a platform for industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators to drive discussions on decentralized energy solutions, particularly in industry, agriculture, and rural electrification.
The Intersolar Summit Africa aims to foster innovation, strengthen partnerships, and shape the continent’s energy transition. Intersolar, renowned globally for organizing premier exhibitions and summits in the solar sector, is now bringing its expertise to Africa. Key topics will include market trends, innovative financing models, and advancements in energy storage solutions.
Kenya is a leader in Africa’s energy transition, with 90% of its electricity generation derived from renewables such as hydropower, geothermal, and wind energy. However, reliable electricity access remains a challenge, particularly in rural areas. Solar energy is increasingly seen as a viable solution to bridge this gap, with East Africa’s commercial and industrial solar sector growing at an annual rate of over 15%.
The two-day summit will explore critical aspects of Africa’s solar landscape. The first day will focus on solar market trends, policy frameworks, and business models across East, West, and Southern Africa. The second day will feature thematic sessions on the solar industry, energy storage, electromobility, and financing solutions for solar projects. Participants will explore practical applications such as agri-PV models, solar-based irrigation, cold storage, and water treatment systems.
Beyond discussions, the summit will provide strategic networking opportunities, connecting companies, investors, and policymakers to foster business and investment prospects. Kenya’s proactive policies, including tax incentives and rural electrification programs, align with its Vision 2030 strategy to maximize solar potential.
With Kenya at the forefront, the Intersolar Summit Africa 2025 is set to be a transformative event, paving the way for a sustainable and clean energy future for the continent.
